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1. The Cottage
4.7
Exceptional(1618)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 34 times today
THE COTTAGE, is a warm and welcoming new restaurant by Chef Brian Lewis, which embraces the local community and is greatly influenced by the artisan farmers and growers in our region. Chef Brian's creative take on American cooking offers an exciting menu of hand-crafted dishes, inspired by techniques and cultures from various regions around the globe. Our food, wine and signature cocktails are paired with gracious hospitality in a warm and cozy setting. We are deeply rooted in seasonality, focused on sourcing exceptional ingredients and creating a memorable experience for our guests.
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2. Terrain Cafe – Westport
4.7
Exceptional(2900)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Westport
Booked 110 times today
Terrain’s greenhouse cafe offers seasonally inspired brunch and dinner menus, alongside a thoughtfully curated beverage program. Our dedicated culinary team works closely with purveyors to ethically source fresh, high-quality ingredients that lay the foundation for our nourishing dishes. Each cafe's unique and deliberately designed environment blurs the line between indoor and outdoor spaces, providing an inspiring dining experience every time. Our Westport cafe offers a full-service bar featuring small bites, seasonal cocktails, and a robust yet approachable wine list.
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3. Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport
4.6
Exceptional(1453)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Westport
Booked 21 times today
Rizzuto's Oyster Bar and Restaurant - Westport, CT offers private and festive cabana and patio outdoor dining, as well as comfortable and inviting indoor dining. The restaurant combines a warm urban environment and genuine hospitality with market-fresh fish, it's Lobster Shack lobster rolls that were recently voted Westport's best, our signature crab cake, a raw bar, prime steaks, pasta, and Neapolitan wood-fired pizza. Rizzuto's focuses on seasonal ingredients, simple preparations and great value. Rizzuto’s is a community driven restaurant and gathering destination for everyone to enjoy a great dining experience.Located in the Saugatuck neighborhood of Westport, CT Rizzuto’s is across from the Saugatuck River. The restaurant boasts a large bar and lounge and the main dining room features an open kitchen and a grand stone fireplace. A large patio overlooks the Saugatuck neighborhood and the tranquil river.
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4. Artisan
4.7
Exceptional(1708)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • Southport
Booked 24 times today
Artisan serves New England inspired farm to table cuisine. Located adjacent to the new Delamar Southport hotel, Artisan sets itself apart by offering a menu and an environment that is both refined and relaxed.
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5. Blackstones Grille
4.4
Awesome(925)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Southport
Booked 16 times today
With decades of experience, Blackstones Steakhouse Group is proud of its impeccable service, ambiance and extraordinary food. From juicy cuts of dry-aged steak, and the freshest seafood and raw bar, Blackstones maintains its reputation on offering the ultimate dining experience. Only the best USDA prime beef is used and every cut is carefully dry-aged to provide the perfect concentration of taste, arriving at your table on a piping hot plate, sizzling with flavor. Join us every Thursday for our Classic Prime Rib Special! (Due to significantly increased demand for our "Prime Rib" special, reservations are required). Outdoor Dining - Patio will reopen September 2023! Perfect for football season
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6. Match Burger Lobster
4.7
Exceptional(318)
Price: Moderate
• American • Westport
Booked 2 times today
The tables on our covered heated patio are the only seats being booked via opentable. Outdoor uncovered tables are first come first served. ----------------Fun & Casual - Elevated Road Shack. The delicious Match Burger & Lobster Roll come together on a whimsical menu that will please everyone from age 2 to 102! We have put a simple new England staple menu together, with some twists of course, and execute it at the highest level with the finest ingredients staying as local as we possibly can. We want our guests to crave our food and return for consistant & delicious meals. If you are the heath nut looking for lunch or dinner we are loaded with salads, vegetable’s & a veggie burger made in house, if you are looking to be indulgent how do fries covered in lobster, truffles & cheddar sound?! We look forward to showing you an amazing time in a casual atmosphere with food & service to match our higher end sister restaurant Match.
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7. Match
4.8
Exceptional(1515)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary American • South Norwalk
Booked 23 times today
A twenty three year veteran of South Norwalk’s dining scene, Match has earned its reputation as one of the state’s most consistent and award-winning restaurants with its global approach to New American cuisine led by chef/owner Matt Storch. Match has focused on retaining its loyal clientele as well as welcoming new guests by emphasizing high quality local ingredients, plate presentation and great service along with an award winning wine list. All of these elements come together in a radiant room that pulses with energy. Reservations recommended.
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8. Blackstones Steakhouse - Norwalk
4.9
Exceptional(841)
Price: Moderate
• Steakhouse • Norwalk
Booked 11 times today
Being the newest steakhouse in town, this spot is rapidly becoming the new best kept secret in CT.The antique decoration, rich menu and the outstanding service, will make your night unique and unforgettable. Be tempted by our prime dry aged beef. You will find dry aged steaks, fresh seafood also complimented by traditional steakhouse side dishes.
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9. The Naan
4.5
Awesome(66)
Price: Moderate
• Indian • Westport
The Naan is a legitimate Indian eatery that uses the freshest fixings and flavors to give you scrumptious Northern Indian dishes. The Naan conveys on the guarantee of its signature with a valid, yet exquisitely present day go up against Indian cooking. The group shares a dream without bounds for Indian cooking, an undertaking to enhance the purest customary and provincial foods, while at the same time making creative, present day dishes and understanding.
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10. Elm Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(883)
Price: Expensive
• American • New Canaan
Booked 23 times today
Elm Restaurant is the go-to spot in New Canaan for a delightful dining experience. With its charming neighborhood setting and a menu that changes frequently, it never fails to delight. The restaurant is appreciated for its friendly service, great ambiance, and outstanding food. Reviewers describe it as 'heads above anything else in New Canaan', 'lovely inside and out', and 'a fine restaurant in a charming town'. Elm Restaurant is a neighborhood gem, loved by locals and visitors alike.

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Discover best neighborhood gem restaurants in Westport

Discover the hidden culinary treasures of Westport, Connecticut with our curated list of neighborhood gems. Each restaurant in this selection is celebrated for its unique ambiance, exceptional service, and, most importantly, exquisite cuisine that stands out in the vibrant Fairfield dining scene. The local eateries range from cozy, intimate settings perfect for special occasions to lively, colorful venues that offer an authentic and memorable dining experience. These establishments excel in combining local flavors with innovative twists, ensuring every meal is both delightful and surprising. Westport's dining scene is known for its diverse offerings and commitment to quality, making it a must-visit destination for food lovers. Whether you're a local resident or a traveler exploring Fairfield, these neighborhood gems provide a perfect blend of hospitality, creativity, and culinary excellence.

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